Visit Santa aboard the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad's Christmas Special Trains, weekend excursions featuring three diesel runs each Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 25 through Dec. 10. The 1941, ALCO S2 departs at 9:30 a.m., noon, and 2:30 pm. each day from the station in Yacolt. See views of the Lewis River atop a hill-side vantage point […]

Weekly Vipassana mediation sessions are held from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Sundays at Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. This type of meditation encourages self-observation by focusing on the inner self in a non-judgmental way. There's a $1 to $10 suggested donation to participate but no one will be turned away.

The Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club is celebrating 76 years of model railroading with its annual Holiday Open House shows from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 11-12, 18-19, 25-26 and Dec. 2-3 at 2505 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland. The show is a holiday tradition for local families. Ticket prices are $12 for adults age […]

The Oregon Rail Heritage Center is offering Holiday Express train rides along the Willamette River with Santa Claus as a guest. Trains, pulled by the Polson No. 2 steam locomotive, run every 90 minutes from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Nov. 24 through Dec. 17. Visit www.orhf.org/train-rides/holiday-express for tickets and […]

Gather Arts Studio, 16523 N.E. 170th Ave., Brush Prairie, is hosting a Christmas Open House from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 2 and 3. Browse the wares of 20 makers with many gifts under $10. Enjoy treats and snacks, enter the gift basket raffle, get permanent jewelry or buy a kid's cookie kit. Sign […]

Willful Wine is hosting High Tea at The Grant House from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 2 and 3 at 1101 Officers Row, Vancouver, featuring a selection of teas from Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary with a Tower of Treats, starting with traditional crustless tea sandwiches and savory bites. The tea also includes English scones […]

La Center's Christmas Festival is noon to 7 p.m. Dec. 3. The celebration starts at noon with tomato soup and grilled cheese served by the Lion's Club followed by a Christmas book reading, vendor bazaar on Fourth Street and other events such as a holiday fun run, gingerbread decorating contest, fireworks, live music, visits with […]

Vancouver Art Space, inside Vancouver Mall at 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive, Suite 283, will offer a beginner-friendly Winter Wonderland Watercolor Class from noon to 2 p.m. Dec. 3. Attendees will follow step-by-step instruction from artist Nathun Finkhouse. Pre-sketched canvases will be ready to paint. All supplies are included in the $75 fee. Register at […]

Charles Schulz’s beloved comic comes to life in "You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown," showing in the Beacock Music Recital Hall Dec. 1-10. Bossy Lucy is hopelessly in love with piano prodigy Schroeder, perfectionist Sally is mocking blanket-toting Linus, Snoopy is in the doghouse and Charlie Brown is in rare form. The musical spans the […]

Magenta Theater presents the Jane Austen-inspired “The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley,” showing from Dec. 1-17 at 1108 Main St., Vancouver. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets are $23 at magentatheater.com or $25 at the door. Tickets can also be purchased over the phone at 360-949-3098. […]

North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399th St., Amboy, will host a benefit concert, "Walk Through the Decades" featuring country music artist Tim Hadler from 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 3. Proceeds from the concert will support GUMI (Glad U Made It) Camp, a healing retreat for veterans, and the Amboy Food Bank. Attendees should […]

Metropolitan Performing Arts presents the musical "1940s Radio Christmas Carol," Dec. 1-17, at 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Performances are 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Family Day with discounted tickets is 2 p.m. Dec. 3. Pride Night is 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9. Meet Santa Day is 2 p.m. […]

Vancouver Master Chorale and orchestra will present a Christmas concert at 7 p.m. Dec. 2 and at 3 p.m. Dec. 3 at First Presbyterian Church, 4300 Main St., Vancouver. The concert includes J.S. Bach's "Magnificat" and a musical presentation of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" with narrator Rebecca Hoffman. Tickets are $25 for adults, $5 for […]

Oregon Repertory Singers and Youth Choir welcome Union High School's string orchestra for its "Glory of Christmas" concert from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Dec. 3 at First United Methodist Church, 1838 S.W. Jefferson St., Portland. Additional performances are 4 to 5:30 p.m. Dec. 9 and 10. This season marks Union High School orchestra director Tom […]

Zoo Lights is the Oregon Zoo's annual nighttime display of millions of dazzling lights, open from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19 through Jan. 7. Purchase Zoo Lights Any Night tickets, available at oregonzoo.org/lights, which can be bought in advance and used spontaneously for any night and time throughout the season. Adult tickets range from […]

Gathering Place Church, 2500 N.E. 78th St, Vancouver, will host a 15-session "Perspectives" course exploring different aspects of God’s global purpose. The course, 5 to 8 p.m. every Sunday from Aug. 27 to Dec. 3, examines the story from four vantage points or “perspectives" -- biblical, historical, cultural and strategic. Learn more at gatheringchurch.com.

See the Winter Wonderland drive-through light show at Portland International Raceway, 1940 N. Victory Blvd., Nov. 24-Dec. 31. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. The light show is open from 4:30 to 11 p.m. Dec. 15-25, Christmas Day. Recognized as the largest holiday light show […]

The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights is Nov. 25 through Dec. 30 (except Christmas day) at 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., Portland. This walk-through event features millions of lights and about a quarter-mile of footpaths. Guests can also enjoy choir concerts in the chapel, outdoor caroling, puppet shows and live music. Visitors should dress for the […]

Northwest Personal Training offers free online fitness classes at 7:30 a.m. Mondays-Saturdays in December. Classes, taught by personal trainers, are 30-60 minutes long and can be accessed at facebook.com/nwpersonaltraining. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays are full body muscle conditioning; Tuesdays are kickboxing, dancing and core conditioning; Thursdays are yoga (yoga mat required); and Saturdays are indoor […]

The City of Vancouver invites the community to support the ninth annual Korey's Joy Drive with donations of toys and warm clothing for neighbors in need. From Nov. 15 to Dec. 13, City employees will collect new, unwrapped toys and new youth, teen and adult winter coats, gloves, socks and hats. All donations will be delivered […]

Single Seniors bi-weekly food and cards meeting in the Vancouver Mall food court, starting at noon. For more information, call 360-892-8944

Single Seniors bi-weekly food and cards meeting in the Vancouver Mall food court, starting at noon. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

Single Seniors bi-weekly food and cards meeting in the Vancouver Mall food court, starting at noon. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

Single Seniors bi-weekly food and cards meeting in the Vancouver Mall food court, starting at noon. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held on Monday afternoons at Mallard Landing Assisted Living, 813 S.E. Clark Ave. in Battle Ground, from 1 to 3 p.m.

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held on Monday afternoons at Highgate Senior Living, 9803 NE Hazel Dell Ave., from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Zoo Lights is the Oregon Zoo's annual nighttime display of millions of dazzling lights, open from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19 through Jan. 7. Purchase Zoo Lights Any Night tickets, available at oregonzoo.org/lights, which can be bought in advance and used spontaneously for any night and time throughout the season. Adult tickets range from […]

See the Winter Wonderland drive-through light show at Portland International Raceway, 1940 N. Victory Blvd., Nov. 24-Dec. 31. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. The light show is open from 4:30 to 11 p.m. Dec. 15-25, Christmas Day. Recognized as the largest holiday light show […]

The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights is Nov. 25 through Dec. 30 (except Christmas day) at 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., Portland. This walk-through event features millions of lights and about a quarter-mile of footpaths. Guests can also enjoy choir concerts in the chapel, outdoor caroling, puppet shows and live music. Visitors should dress for the […]

The Clark College Concert Band presents its Fall Concert at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4 at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics Royal Durst Theatre, 3101 Main St., Vancouver. The concert is open to the public and admission is free, though donations are welcome. The first half will features a flute ensemble, horn quartet and percussion […]

The Lewis River Rotary Club will meet at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 East Main St., from 7 to 8:30 a.m. Dec. 5. This meeting will include a performance from the Battle Ground High School Jazz Band. For more information email LewisRiverRotaryClub@gmail.com.

Clark County Newcomers Club mission is to provide a network for fostering friendships in an atmosphere of mutual respect and to support local charities and service endeavors. Monthly coffees are held on the first Tuesday of the month beginning at 10 a.m. at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 805 S.E. Ellsworth Road, Vancouver (on […]

The Clark Conservation District Plant Sale offers Clark County residents the chance to order very low-cost native plants to enhance their gardens and help local pollinators. Order online from the extensive plant list at clarkcd.org/native-plant-sale. Early ordering is recommended as plants sell out quickly. Those who order will receive a confirmation email with plant order […]

The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) will meet Dec. 5, at the American Legion, located at 4607 St. James Rd. Lunch will be at noon, meeting begins at 12:45 p.m. This meeting will include a presentation by Kings Way Christian High School choir, who will be singing Christmas Carols.

The Civil Service Commission will hold an interview with a prospective Commission candidate in Room 511, on the 5th floor of the Public Service Center, at 1300 Franklin St., starting at 1 p.m. Dec. 5. Some of the parties may appear via Microsoft Teams link. Meeting ID: 242 954 122 172 Passcode: VKR4om Or call […]

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held on Tuesday afternoons at the Fairway Village Clubhouse, 15509 S.E. Fernwood Drive, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Zoo Lights is the Oregon Zoo's annual nighttime display of millions of dazzling lights, open from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19 through Jan. 7. Purchase Zoo Lights Any Night tickets, available at oregonzoo.org/lights, which can be bought in advance and used spontaneously for any night and time throughout the season. Adult tickets range from […]

See the Winter Wonderland drive-through light show at Portland International Raceway, 1940 N. Victory Blvd., Nov. 24-Dec. 31. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. The light show is open from 4:30 to 11 p.m. Dec. 15-25, Christmas Day. Recognized as the largest holiday light show […]

The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights is Nov. 25 through Dec. 30 (except Christmas day) at 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., Portland. This walk-through event features millions of lights and about a quarter-mile of footpaths. Guests can also enjoy choir concerts in the chapel, outdoor caroling, puppet shows and live music. Visitors should dress for the […]

Pettis Webber Pacific p.s. elder care law firm will host a free webinar "Trust 101" starting at 6 p.m. Dec. 5. This event will be presented virtually by attorney Beckie Pettis. Registration is free and required to attend. To register and receive seminar webcast dates and details call, 360-696-2069. All virtual registrants will receive login […]

The Camas Library's Page Turners Book Club is a monthly book discussion group for 4th-6th graders that meets on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Snacks and an activity are provided. Register to attend at CamasPL.org/pageturners, then pick up the book at the library. Bring the book to the club […]

The Vancouver Audubon Society will meet at 610 Esther St. from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Dec. 5. This meeting will highlight the photography skills of members as they display their favorite bird and wildlife photos from the past year. Come learn about local birds as well as international birds from Africa and Australia.

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held on Wednesday mornings at The Hampton and Ashley Inn, 1617 S.E. Talton Ave., from 10 a.m. to noon.

The Fort Vancouver Kiwanis meet every Wednesday at Brothers Cascadia Brewing Evergreen Pub, located at 108 West Evergreen Blvd., from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch service starts at 11:30 a.m., meeting starts at noon. For more information, call 760-612-3297 or email ftvankiwanis@gmail.com.

Single Seniors bi-weekly food and cards meeting in the Vancouver Mall food court, starting at noon. For more information, call 360-892-8944

Single Seniors bi-weekly food and cards meeting in the Vancouver Mall food court, starting at noon. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

Single Seniors bi-weekly food and cards meeting in the Vancouver Mall food court, starting at noon. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

St. Paul Lutheran Church on the corner of 13th and Franklin Street in downtown Vancouver offers a contemplative prayer service from 12:20 to 12:40 p.m. every Wednesday. This is a quiet prayer session with soft music in the back ground. Call 360-693-3531 with questions.  

A Stroke and Brain Injury Support Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month at The Kitchen Table Cafe , 705 NE 136th Ave, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Every third Thursday of the month the group also meets at Boomerang Therapy Works, 4201 N.E. 66th Ave., from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. The group […]

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held virtually Wednesday afternoons via Zoom from 1 to 3 p.m.

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held on Wednesday afternoons at The Camas Community Center, 1718 S.E. Seventh Ave., from 3 to 5 p.m.

Zoo Lights is the Oregon Zoo's annual nighttime display of millions of dazzling lights, open from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19 through Jan. 7. Purchase Zoo Lights Any Night tickets, available at oregonzoo.org/lights, which can be bought in advance and used spontaneously for any night and time throughout the season. Adult tickets range from […]

See the Winter Wonderland drive-through light show at Portland International Raceway, 1940 N. Victory Blvd., Nov. 24-Dec. 31. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. The light show is open from 4:30 to 11 p.m. Dec. 15-25, Christmas Day. Recognized as the largest holiday light show […]

The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights is Nov. 25 through Dec. 30 (except Christmas day) at 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., Portland. This walk-through event features millions of lights and about a quarter-mile of footpaths. Guests can also enjoy choir concerts in the chapel, outdoor caroling, puppet shows and live music. Visitors should dress for the […]

The City of Battle Ground is inviting community members to participate in an open house event on Dec. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. to share their input on the parks site master plans for Remy, Gardner Oaks, and Durkee properties.  The open house will take place at Battle Ground City Hall, located at 109 […]

Knit and Natter is a weekly drop-in program for knitters, crocheters and other fiber artists. Meetings are held on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. at the Vancouver Mall Library, 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive #285. All ages are welcome. For more information, contact Judy Turner at 360-896-7135.

54°40' Brewing, 3801 S. Truman St. #1, Washougal, will host a weekly "Geeks Who Drink" trivia night from 6 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday. Modeled after pub quizzes in Ireland and the U.K., Geeks Who Drink is an authentic homegrown trivia quiz where useless knowledge means everything. Questions cover everything from Hungary to "The Hunger […]

The Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas, hosts Poetry Open Mic Nights from 6:15 to 8 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month. Read aloud your original or favorite work, and listen to monthly featured poets. All ages are welcome and the poetry night is family-friendly. The Reading Room will open at […]

Pathways Grief Support Groups for Adults Meetings are held at 5400 MacArthur Blvd. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 6 - 7:30 p.m. 1st and 3rd Thursdays from 2:30 - 4 p.m. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Stepping Stones Children's Grief Groups is also available for attendees under the age of […]

Washington State University Vancouver will hold Scholarships 101 Information Night for prospective college students interested in learning how scholarships can help them pay for college. The free event -- which is open to anyone applying to any college -- is 6 to 7 p.m. Dec. 6 in the Dengerink Administration Building, Room 110. Free parking […]

Attend the Christmas Swing Dance at the Valiant Ballroom with a free beginner dance class from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Dec. 6 followed by dancing from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets for the dance are $8 cash at the door. Enjoy swinging and swaying for 40s and 50s music with a DJ. The dance is […]

Hear live music with Kit Garoutte on guitar and Ted Swenson on bass at Sportsman's Public House, 121 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield, from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 6. Hear jass, blues, R&B, pop, folk, Americana and new country.

Learn how to live a low-waste lifestyle at this online workshop. Get tips and resources to repurpose, repair, refurbish, reuse and donate what you no longer need. Learn more and register at clarkcountycomposts.org/workshops.

Clark County Public Health’s Composter Recycler program is offering a series of free online and in-person workshops aimed at teaching participants how to reduce their impact on the planet. The Composter Recyclers will host eight Wednesday workshops and two in-person field training events where participants can construct compost piles and view demonstration compost bins. Registration […]

The Clark College Orchestra performs its Fall Concert at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6 at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics, Durst Theatre, 3101 W. Main St, Vancouver. The program features soloist Diane Chaplin performing Shostakovich’s "Cello Concerto" and the orchestra plays Tchaikovsky’s Symphony 6 “Pathetique.” The concert is open to the public and admission is […]

Northwest Personal Training offers free online fitness classes at 7:30 a.m. Mondays-Saturdays in December. Classes, taught by personal trainers, are 30-60 minutes long and can be accessed at facebook.com/nwpersonaltraining. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays are full body muscle conditioning; Tuesdays are kickboxing, dancing and core conditioning; Thursdays are yoga (yoga mat required); and Saturdays are indoor […]

Columbia Play Project offers weekly indoor exploratory play from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursdays and Fridays at Fourth Plain Community Commons, 3101 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Activities include Science Touch and Explore, Construction, Art, Music and a Little Learners area. All ages are welcome.

The Covington House Heritage Society hosts genealogy workshops on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attendees do not need to bring their own computer or device. For more information, call Susan at 503-440-2318 or Jan at 360-852-4071.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Chapter 0058 meets every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 300 S.W. 7th Ave., Battle Ground. For more information, contact Lori Dutson at 360-601-2236.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Chapter 954 meets every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Minnehaha Church of Christ, 3217 N.E. 54th St. For more information, contact Helen Sheerin at 503-351-7395.

Northwest Personal Training will host a Senior Fit Series every Thursday Oct. 26 through Dec. 21 from 1 to 2 p.m. Classes will span a series of 8 meetings over the summer, with a break on July 12. Certified personal trainer Bob Hoffman will lead the series. Cost is $240 per person. Attendees can register […]

Single Seniors will host their monthly potluck meeting at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 426 East Fourth Plain Blvd, starting at 1 p.m. Dec. 7. This meeting will also include an optional $10 robbers gift exchange. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held on Thursday afternoons at The Hampton at Salmon Creek Memory Care Community, 2305 N.E. 129th St., from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Zoo Lights is the Oregon Zoo's annual nighttime display of millions of dazzling lights, open from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19 through Jan. 7. Purchase Zoo Lights Any Night tickets, available at oregonzoo.org/lights, which can be bought in advance and used spontaneously for any night and time throughout the season. Adult tickets range from […]

See the Winter Wonderland drive-through light show at Portland International Raceway, 1940 N. Victory Blvd., Nov. 24-Dec. 31. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. The light show is open from 4:30 to 11 p.m. Dec. 15-25, Christmas Day. Recognized as the largest holiday light show […]

The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights is Nov. 25 through Dec. 30 (except Christmas day) at 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., Portland. This walk-through event features millions of lights and about a quarter-mile of footpaths. Guests can also enjoy choir concerts in the chapel, outdoor caroling, puppet shows and live music. Visitors should dress for the […]

Washougal kicks off the holiday season with the Lighted Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting on Dec. 7 in Reflection Plaza. Enjoy complimentary cookies and hot cocoa and live entertainment from the Washougal High School band and choir. Santa Claus will bring up the end of the parade. He will pass out candy cane and be […]

Pomeroy Farm, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt, will offer a series of wreathmaking workshops from No. 30 to Dec. 8. Attendees can enjoy a cup of wassail and listen to Christmas music while making authentic greenery wreaths. Participants should bring clippers, wear gloves and dress warmly. The cost is $45, including all materials for […]

The community is invited to a free, all-ages Chanukah celebration at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 7 in Esther Short Park in downtown Vancouver. The family-friendly event includes a menorah lighting ceremony, LED light dance presentation and a gelt drop, where children will catch chocolate coins as they rain down. Attendees should bring canned goods to donate […]

Get septic certified and save money with the Well and Septic System Maintenance Workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 7 at the 78th St. Heritage Farm, N.E. 78th St. and N.E. 19th Court, Hazel Dell. The workshop includes septic self-inspection certification. Registration is required at ws120723.eventbrite.com or by contacting Terry Koper at 564-397-5729 or […]

The Fort Vancouver Rose Society will hold its annual meeting and holiday dinner at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 7 at the Old Spaghetti Factory, 730 S.E. 160th Ave., Vancouver. The cost is $25 with checks payable to Fort Vancouver Rose Society and due to treasurer Margaret Snitzler, 4302 N.W. 49th St., Vancouver, on or before Dec. […]

The Cascade Park Kiwanis will meet at Round Table Pizza, located at 13503 SE Mill Plain Blvd., from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Dec. 7. This meeting will be a Fall Festival Celebration Honoring Community Servants. There will be live music, members and non-members alike are encouraged to attend.

Union High School Performing Arts presents "Annie," showing at 7 p.m. Dec. 1, 2, 7 and 8 and at 2 p.m. Dec. 2. Tickets are $12 for adults or $8 for students and seniors. The show is family-friendly and appropriate for all ages. Tickets (cash only) are on sale at the door an hour prior […]

See "Black Nativity" by Langston Hughes at the Brunish Theatre, Fourth Floor, 1111 S.W. Broadway, Portland. Shows are offered Nov. 25 through Dec. 10 with a preview show on Nov. 22. Opening day is 3 p.m. Nov. 25. Other performances are 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays and 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. "Black […]

Magenta Theater presents the Jane Austen-inspired “The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley,” showing from Dec. 1-17 at 1108 Main St., Vancouver. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets are $23 at magentatheater.com or $25 at the door. Tickets can also be purchased over the phone at 360-949-3098. […]

Clark College presents Geoffry Nauffts' "Next Fall," a witty and provocative look at faith, commitment and unconditional love. The play’s central story focuses on the five-year relationship between Adam and Luke, examining what it means to "believe." Adult tickets are $12. Seniors age 60 and older are $10. Tickets are free for Clark College students, […]

Comedian, writer, producer and actress Ali Wong will perform at ilani Casino Resort at 8 p.m. Dec. 7. Tickets are $99 and $129 at ilaniresort.com. Wong is known for her Netflix stand-up specials, “Baby Cobra,” “Hard Knock Wife” and Emmy-nominated “Don Won.” Her credits include executive producer and voice for Bertie in the Netflix animation […]

The Greater Vancouver Chamber will host its 2024 Legislative Outlook on Dec. 8, presented by the Port of Vancouver USA. Attendees will hear from the 17th, 18th, 20th and 49th Districts' legislators as they discuss the priorities that most affect the business community. Doors will open at 8:45 a.m., offering attendees an opportunity to network […]

Columbia Play Project offers weekly indoor exploratory play from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursdays and Fridays at Fourth Plain Community Commons, 3101 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Activities include Science Touch and Explore, Construction, Art, Music and a Little Learners area. All ages are welcome.

The Camas Public Library will host another edition of its popular Reading Dragons Cards program, titled Little Dragons. The program runs from Sept. 1 to April 30. Little Dragons is a reading program for infants and preschoolers. By reading to their children, parents can earn a free book. Further details can be found at CamasPL.org/littledragons.

The Oregon Rail Heritage Center is offering Holiday Express train rides along the Willamette River with Santa Claus as a guest. Trains, pulled by the Polson No. 2 steam locomotive, run every 90 minutes from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Nov. 24 through Dec. 17. Visit www.orhf.org/train-rides/holiday-express for tickets and […]

Northwest Personal Training will host a series of Chair Yoga classes every Friday June 23 through July 28 from 11 a.m. to noon. Chair Yoga allows elderly or attendees with mobility issues to exercise in a low-impact manor. Performing poses with better alignment, more support, and less tension. Classes will span a series of 6 […]

Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver, invited over 100 artists to share 300 of their original creations for holiday gift-giving. See the show from Dec. 1-29 during regular gallery hours, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Learn more at artatthecave.com.

Single Seniors will meet for food and cards at Round Table Clubhouse, 5016 NE Thurston Way, from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information call 360-892-8944.

Zoo Lights is the Oregon Zoo's annual nighttime display of millions of dazzling lights, open from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19 through Jan. 7. Purchase Zoo Lights Any Night tickets, available at oregonzoo.org/lights, which can be bought in advance and used spontaneously for any night and time throughout the season. Adult tickets range from […]

See the Winter Wonderland drive-through light show at Portland International Raceway, 1940 N. Victory Blvd., Nov. 24-Dec. 31. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. The light show is open from 4:30 to 11 p.m. Dec. 15-25, Christmas Day. Recognized as the largest holiday light show […]

The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights is Nov. 25 through Dec. 30 (except Christmas day) at 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., Portland. This walk-through event features millions of lights and about a quarter-mile of footpaths. Guests can also enjoy choir concerts in the chapel, outdoor caroling, puppet shows and live music. Visitors should dress for the […]

Pomeroy Farm, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt, will offer a series of wreathmaking workshops from No. 30 to Dec. 8. Attendees can enjoy a cup of wassail and listen to Christmas music while making authentic greenery wreaths. Participants should bring clippers, wear gloves and dress warmly. The cost is $45, including all materials for […]

The Hockinson Community Holiday Tree Lighting is 6 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8 at Hockinson Community Church, 15918 N.E. 182nd Ave., Brush Prairie, with parking at the Hockinson Community Center and Hockinson Middle School.  This year’s tree is a 20-foot Noble Fir and its hundreds of lights will be illuminated by a special guest from […]

St. Luke's-San Lucas Episcopal Church, 426 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., will offer an evening Vesper service at 6 p.m. Dec. 8 with jazz music featuring the Mike Horsfall Trio and Paul Mazzio on trumpet and flugelhorn. The service is free to attend though donations are welcome.

Activate Church will host Christmas in the Park from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8 in Esther Short Park, 301 W. Eighth St., Vancouver. The free event includes free Christmas trees, live Christmas carols, free Santa photos, hot chocolate, Christmas characters, cookie decorating and other give-aways.

The Vancouver chapter of Point Man International Ministries meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Friday in the Education Module at Church on the Rock, 500 S.W. Eaton Blvd., Battle Ground. Pointman International was started by a Seattle police officer and veteran and the faith-based, non-denominational support group is open to all veterans and first […]

Charles Schulz’s beloved comic comes to life in "You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown," showing in the Beacock Music Recital Hall Dec. 1-10. Bossy Lucy is hopelessly in love with piano prodigy Schroeder, perfectionist Sally is mocking blanket-toting Linus, Snoopy is in the doghouse and Charlie Brown is in rare form. The musical spans the […]

Union High School Performing Arts presents "Annie," showing at 7 p.m. Dec. 1, 2, 7 and 8 and at 2 p.m. Dec. 2. Tickets are $12 for adults or $8 for students and seniors. The show is family-friendly and appropriate for all ages. Tickets (cash only) are on sale at the door an hour prior […]

Friends of DanceWorks presents “The Nutcracker” at 7 p.m. Dec. 8-9 and at 2 p.m. Dec. 9-10. This production features more than 100 student and adult dancers on stage at Fort Vancouver High School, 5700 E. 18th St., Vancouver. The show is best suited for ages 4 and up. Tickets are $25 to $35 at […]

Touch of Class Chorale, a community choir celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, will present "Come Gather 'Round the Fire," a concert featuring favorites like "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas" and "Go Tell It On the Mountain" along with choral classics from the 1600s to today. Concert dates and times are 2 […]

Journey Theater presents "The Wizard of Oz," Dec. 8-16 at Washougal High School. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Dec. 8, 9, 15 and 16 and matinee shows at 2 p.m. Dec. 9 and 16. The Dec. 9 matinee show includes ASL interpretation. Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s […]

River HomeLink will present Disney’s “Aladdin Jr.” Dec. 1-9 at Prairie High School, 11311 N.E. 119th St., Brush Prairie, a reimagining of the classic Disney cartoon, featuring Genie, Jasmine, Iago and Aladdin. Tickets are $10 for adults or $5 for children 10 and under. Buy tickets at the door or online at wa-battleground-lite.intouchreceipting.com/RHLTheater. Shows are […]

See "Black Nativity" by Langston Hughes at the Brunish Theatre, Fourth Floor, 1111 S.W. Broadway, Portland. Shows are offered Nov. 25 through Dec. 10 with a preview show on Nov. 22. Opening day is 3 p.m. Nov. 25. Other performances are 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays and 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. "Black […]

Metropolitan Performing Arts presents the musical "1940s Radio Christmas Carol," Dec. 1-17, at 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Performances are 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Family Day with discounted tickets is 2 p.m. Dec. 3. Pride Night is 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9. Meet Santa Day is 2 p.m. […]

Magenta Theater presents the Jane Austen-inspired “The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley,” showing from Dec. 1-17 at 1108 Main St., Vancouver. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets are $23 at magentatheater.com or $25 at the door. Tickets can also be purchased over the phone at 360-949-3098. […]

Clark College presents Geoffry Nauffts' "Next Fall," a witty and provocative look at faith, commitment and unconditional love. The play’s central story focuses on the five-year relationship between Adam and Luke, examining what it means to "believe." Adult tickets are $12. Seniors age 60 and older are $10. Tickets are free for Clark College students, […]

The band Sweet'N'Juicy will perform at Cascade Bar and Grill, 15000 S.E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, from 8 p.m. to midnight Dec. 8. Call 360-254-0749 for details about cover charge.  

Skamania Lodge is hosting a family-friendly brunch from 8 to 11 a.m. Dec. 9 with special guest, the Grinch. Enjoy green (scrambled) eggs, Who-hash hashbrowns, Who-la-la pancakes and a Whoville hot chocolate bar. The menu also includes ham and bacon, a corned beef casserole and mini-cupcakes. Attendees are encouraged to wear pajamas. Adults are $25.95 […]

Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge will host Winter Birding Hikes at 8 a.m. Dec. 2, Dec. 9 and Jan. 13 at the Carty Unit of the Refuge. Registration is required at ridgefieldfriends.org. While walks generally last two to three hours, attendees are welcome to leave earlier. Walks are free but the $3 refuge […]

The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry presents the U.S. premiere of Orcas: Our Shared Future, an exhibit that offers a deep dive into the stories and science that surround the orca, spirit of the Pacific Northwest’s wild coast and apex predator of all oceans. OMSI is the first museum in the United States to […]

Visit Santa aboard the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad's Christmas Special Trains, weekend excursions featuring three diesel runs each Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 25 through Dec. 10. The 1941, ALCO S2 departs at 9:30 a.m., noon, and 2:30 pm. each day from the station in Yacolt. See views of the Lewis River atop a hill-side vantage point […]

Overeaters Anonymous meets Saturdays from 10 to 11:15 a.m. at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 5607 N.E. Gher Road. The program is a 12-step literature study. Held in Room 7. Use Preschool entrance. For more information, call (360) 213-8902.

The Oregon Rail Heritage Center is offering Holiday Express train rides along the Willamette River with Santa Claus as a guest. Trains, pulled by the Polson No. 2 steam locomotive, run every 90 minutes from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Nov. 24 through Dec. 17. Visit www.orhf.org/train-rides/holiday-express for tickets and […]

Get To-Gather Farm, 1913 S.E. 303rd Ave., Washougal, will kick off the Christmas season with warm drinks, toasty s'mores and Christmas carols while decorating the farm's Christmas tree. Visit the farm from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 9. Bring an ornament to donate or take one of the farm's ornaments and put it on the […]

Volunteers are needed for the Second Saturday Work Party, 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 9 at the Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum, 9215 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver, happening rain or shine. This month volunteers will make wreaths and swags to decorate the arboretum. Refreshments will be served.

Dennis' 7 Dees Garden Center, 10006 S.E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, will host Reindeer Magic from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 9. See live reindeer, get professional photos with Santa, purchase food from local vendors, enjoy face painting and live music. Tickets are $9 at dennis7dees.com/reindeer-magic/.

Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver, presents "Passages," featuring the work of Yoshihiro Kitai and Matthew Letzelter, faculty at Pacific Northwest College of Art. The exhibit explores the marks that reference patterns and experiences between man-made and natural environments. The exhibit is free and open to the public Dec. 1-30 during regular […]

The Vancouver Folk Singers will meet at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, located a t 426 East Fourth Plain Blvd., starting at 1 p.m. Dec. 9. Meeting will begin at 1 p.m., singing will start at 1:15 p.m., attendees will sing Christmas songs as well as selections from the group's usual catalog. Attendees must be fully […]

Single Seniors will host a sing-along event at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 426 East Fourth Plain Blvd., starting at 1 p.m. Dec. 9. Attendees must be fully vaccinated to attend. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

The Camas Public Library will host a monthly All Ages Board Game Club from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Some games will be provided, but attendees are also encouraged to bring their own to share. The full 2023 meeting dates are as follows: June 3 and 10, July 1, August 5 and 26, September 2 and […]

Friends of DanceWorks presents “The Nutcracker” at 7 p.m. Dec. 8-9 and at 2 p.m. Dec. 9-10. This production features more than 100 student and adult dancers on stage at Fort Vancouver High School, 5700 E. 18th St., Vancouver. The show is best suited for ages 4 and up. Tickets are $25 to $35 at […]

Willful Wine, located in the Grant House on Officers Row, is hosting a "Stock Your Cellar" event from 2 to 5 p.m. Dec. 9. For $25, guests can taste all wines. If three or more bottles are purchased, the $25 is applied to the total price. Learn more at willfulwine.com.

Enjoy a Radio Theatre production of the Dickens' classic, "A Christmas Carol," from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Dec. 9 at Woodland Presbyterian Church, 756 Park St., Woodland. Admission is a donation of canned food for the Woodland Action Center.

Oregon Repertory Singers and Youth Choir welcome Union High School's string orchestra for its "Glory of Christmas" concert from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Dec. 3 at First United Methodist Church, 1838 S.W. Jefferson St., Portland. Additional performances are 4 to 5:30 p.m. Dec. 9 and 10. This season marks Union High School orchestra director Tom […]

Zoo Lights is the Oregon Zoo's annual nighttime display of millions of dazzling lights, open from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19 through Jan. 7. Purchase Zoo Lights Any Night tickets, available at oregonzoo.org/lights, which can be bought in advance and used spontaneously for any night and time throughout the season. Adult tickets range from […]

See the Winter Wonderland drive-through light show at Portland International Raceway, 1940 N. Victory Blvd., Nov. 24-Dec. 31. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. The light show is open from 4:30 to 11 p.m. Dec. 15-25, Christmas Day. Recognized as the largest holiday light show […]

The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights is Nov. 25 through Dec. 30 (except Christmas day) at 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., Portland. This walk-through event features millions of lights and about a quarter-mile of footpaths. Guests can also enjoy choir concerts in the chapel, outdoor caroling, puppet shows and live music. Visitors should dress for the […]

Point Man International Ministries, a nonprofit organization serving and supporting Clark County veterans and first responders, is hosting a gala dinner, dance and auction from 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 9 at American Legion Post 14, 4605 St. James Road, Vancouver. The cost is $10 per person. Purchase advance tickets by calling Ron Brandon at […]

The Vancouver-based Next Level Band will be performing covers of old school funk/R&B at Georgie's Garage and Grill, 606 Broadway St., Vancouver, from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 9. There's no cover charge. Georgie's full bar and menu available for food and drink purchases. Learn more at georgiesgng.com.

The Uptown Village Association will host the annual Ugly Holiday Sweater Pub Crawl from 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 9 in locations throughout Uptown Village. Grab your ugliest holiday sweater and head to Uptown Vancouver for a night of cheer with a finale at Trap Door featuring live music, holiday games and prizes. Drink specials […]

Coast to Coast Fish House offers live music by local artists from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday evenings. Shows are open to all ages with no cover charge. Locally and family-owned, Coast to Coast features a full bar, twelve beers on tap and a gluten-free beer menu. The food is Coastal Maine inspired with gluten-free […]

Salmon Creek Church will present an evening of holiday lessons and carols from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 9. Ring in the season with the Exultation Ringers handbell choir and Salmon Creek Choir and accompanied by stringed instruments and handbells.

Charles Schulz’s beloved comic comes to life in "You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown," showing in the Beacock Music Recital Hall Dec. 1-10. Bossy Lucy is hopelessly in love with piano prodigy Schroeder, perfectionist Sally is mocking blanket-toting Linus, Snoopy is in the doghouse and Charlie Brown is in rare form. The musical spans the […]

Friends of DanceWorks presents “The Nutcracker” at 7 p.m. Dec. 8-9 and at 2 p.m. Dec. 9-10. This production features more than 100 student and adult dancers on stage at Fort Vancouver High School, 5700 E. 18th St., Vancouver. The show is best suited for ages 4 and up. Tickets are $25 to $35 at […]

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra is offering a Holiday Pops concert at 7 p.m. Dec. 9 and at 3 p.m. Dec. 10 in Skyview Concert Hall, 1300 N.W. 139th St. in the Salmon Creek area of Vancouver. Everyone will find something to love in this program of classic holiday tunes and beloved pops hits. Standard seating […]

Touch of Class Chorale, a community choir celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, will present "Come Gather 'Round the Fire," a concert featuring favorites like "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas" and "Go Tell It On the Mountain" along with choral classics from the 1600s to today. Concert dates and times are 2 […]

Journey Theater presents "The Wizard of Oz," Dec. 8-16 at Washougal High School. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Dec. 8, 9, 15 and 16 and matinee shows at 2 p.m. Dec. 9 and 16. The Dec. 9 matinee show includes ASL interpretation. Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s […]

River HomeLink will present Disney’s “Aladdin Jr.” Dec. 1-9 at Prairie High School, 11311 N.E. 119th St., Brush Prairie, a reimagining of the classic Disney cartoon, featuring Genie, Jasmine, Iago and Aladdin. Tickets are $10 for adults or $5 for children 10 and under. Buy tickets at the door or online at wa-battleground-lite.intouchreceipting.com/RHLTheater. Shows are […]

Laughgasm is a monthly stand up comedy show at UnderBar, 1701 1/2 Broadway St., Vancouver, hosted by Logan Loughmiller. The next show is 7 p.m. Dec. 9 with a $10 cover charge. The headliners are Steven Wilber and Dan Weber, plus Chris Johnson, Hannah G. and Wonder Dave. UnderBar hosts Laughgasm every second Saturday of […]

The Junior Symphony of Vancouver presents its Holiday Concert at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9 at Cascades Presbyterian Church, 9503 N.E. 86th St., Vancouver. The program will include selections by Mozart, Percy Faith and Grainger as well as traditional sing-alongs. Tickets are $15, available at the door. A reception will follow the concert. For more details, […]

Metropolitan Performing Arts presents the musical "1940s Radio Christmas Carol," Dec. 1-17, at 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Performances are 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Family Day with discounted tickets is 2 p.m. Dec. 3. Pride Night is 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9. Meet Santa Day is 2 p.m. […]